Explore Tucson

Whether you're visiting Tucson for the first time, or you're a local searching for what's new, Tucson has what you’re looking for. With incredible attractions for the whole family, 350 days of sunshine for outdoor adventures and golf, an extensive arts and culture background, and a burgeoning culinary and nightlife scene, Tucson will keep you entertained and wanting to come back for more.

Top Ten Things to Do in Tucson

1. Arizona-Sonora Desert Museum: The Arizona-Sonora Desert Museum is a world-renowned zoo, natural history museum and botanical garden. Spouses or guests, join us for a tour of the Arizona-Sonora Desert Museum! Complimentary with spouse/guest registration. Learn more

2. Kartchner Caverns: Kept secret since its discovery in 1974, Kartchner Caverns, 12 miles south of Benson, Arizona, was announced to the world in 1988.  Still virtually pristine, this massive limestone cave has 13,000 feet of passages and two rooms as long as football fields. Learn more

3. Mission San Xavier del Bac: A National Historic Landmark, San Xavier Mission was founded as a Catholic mission by Father Eusebio Kino in 1692 and is the the oldest intact European structure in Arizona. Spouses or guests, join us for a tour of the San Xavier Mission! Complimentary with spouse/guest registration. Learn more

4. Old Tucson Studios: Old Tucson has been immortalized in over 300 feature film and TV Westerns and is Hollywood’s most famous western movie location.

5. Pima Air & Space Museum: The Pima Air & Space Museum features collection of more than 250 aircraft, occupying over 150 acres. Join our special IARW-WFLO tour! Learn more

6. Sabino Canyon Recreation Area: Get a close encounter with the Sonoran Desert and the fascinating variety of plants and animals that make it their home.

7. Saguaro National Park: Saguaro National Park protects some of the most impressive forests of Giant Saguaro, otherwise known as really big cacti, in the United States. The biggest saguaros are about 200 years old and have more than 50 arms.

8. Titan Missile Museum: The Titan Missile Museum is the only publicly accessible Titan II missile site in the United States.

9. Tohono Chul Park: This 49-acre park features lush gardens, art exhbitis and a tea room under the management of the owners of the award-winnning Acacia.

10. Tucson Museum of Art & Historic Block: The Tucson Museum of Art and Historic Block has two great exhibits in April. The first is a photographic history of rock & roll and the second is an intimate look at Frida Kahlo, Mexico’s most prolific and well-known female artist, through the photographic lens of Nickolas Muray.

Tip >> Visiting any area attractions? Purchase the Tucson Attractions Passport for 2-for-1 admission at over 46 local attractions. Learn more

Additional Resources

• Frommers Guide to Tucson
• JW Marriott Star Pass Resort & Spa Experiences
• Metropolitan Tucson Convention & Visitors Bureau

Tip >> Arizona is celebrating 100 years of statehood. The Arizona Centennial Commemoration will be a statewide, multi-year observation, with events and projects taking place from 2010 through 2012 in communities across the state. Learn more